Even so, planning a trip to Japan sometimes felt like a Herculean task. There are so many moving parts, rules and barriers that it was easy to be overwhelmed at times. After putting together what I’d ...

Japan’s lack of public trash cans often surprises visitors, but cultural norms and safety concerns explain why travelers ...

Grace Cheng, a 22-year-old travel blogger based in NYC, has visited Japan 11 times. She said travelers going to Japan for the first time consistently make a few mistakes. Travelers focus on Tokyo, ...

In December 2019, I was in Japan and had already planned my next visit: March 2020. But nature has its own agenda. I finally made it back in March 2023. I asked my friends and colleagues in Japan one ...

Everything you need to knokw about how to use Japanese toilets including pictures of toilets, types of toilets and toilet ...

More than just an anagram for “Tokyo,” Kyoto has a life all of its own, and is an absolute must-see if you’re spending time in Japan. It’s not just another stop on a map; it’s a timeless place where ...

The land of Japow beckons, so here’s how to make the most of your next ski trip to Japan. Skiing in Japan is synonymous with bottomless powder, delicious food, hot springs and full immersion in a ...